In many rural areas where public defender programs are not available,juveniles who cannot afford an attorney are denied the right to counsel.

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In the United States, juveniles who cannot afford an attorney are entitled to legal representation under the Sixth Amendment, and this right is upheld regardless of whether they are in rural or urban areas. Public defender programs or court-appointed attorneys are typically made available to ensure this right is not denied.

In Many Rural Areas Where Public Defender Programs Are Not